Haemorrhoids

Question 1

Haemorrhoids are

Answer 1

swelling of anal mucosa cushion containing enlarge blood vessels inside /outside anus

Question 2

Haemorrhoids symptoms

Answer 2

~ pain after defecation (external piles)
~ bleeding after defecation (bright red blood)
~ swellings (lumps)
~ itchy, sore skin around anus

Question 3

Haemorrhoids risk factors

Answer 3

~ pregnancy
~ constipation

Question 4

Haemorrhoids lifestyle advice

Answer 4

~ increased fluid/fibre intake
~ Perianal hygiene

Question 5

Haemorrhoids tx

Answer 5

existing constipation
~ bulk-forming laxative

pain relief
~ simple analgesia (AVOID opioids, NSAIDs in rectal bleedings)